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It takes an average of 8h 59m to travel from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) by train, over a distance of around 133 miles (214 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) and tickets for this journey start from £124.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:30 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | St Ives (Cornwall) | |
| Journey time | From 5h 23m | |
| Distance | 133 miles (214 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £124.10 | |
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About the train journey from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall)
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The train from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) usually takes 8 hours 59 minutes on average to travel 133 miles (214 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 23 minutes. You can expect to find 36 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to St Ives (Cornwall), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Hop on a train operated by either Great Western Railway or CrossCountry to reach your destination in no time. These train companies are the main operators of services on this route and run modern comfortable trains to make your journey as relaxing as possible.
You can save money on train tickets from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £124.10. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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The price of train tickets from Cardiff Central to St Ives (Cornwall) starts at £124.10 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
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